Missha

SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)

face oil cleanser

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
85%
Combination (dry)
85%
Balanced
85%
Combination (oily)
55%
Oily
55%

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A powerful yet gentle cleansing formula that removes even heavy and waterproof makeup in one step. The dual oil melting system dissolves long-lasting cosmetics and impurities without leaving residue. Naturally derived oils provide mild cleansing while soothing and protecting the skin. The formula also helps form a protective barrier against external environmental stressors.

Key Insights

Benefits

4
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Risks

1
Allergen

About SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)

Overview

SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) is a rich oil cleanser from Missha, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 23 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as rich: occlusives and butters sit high enough in the order to give it real weight on skin. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate and Isopropyl Palmitate, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate and Isopropyl Myristate.

Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Isononyl Isononanoate and Tocopherol.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Dry, Combination (dry) and Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it. 8 ingredients on the label have not been matched to our database yet, so the analysis above reads a slightly incomplete list.

What is not in it

It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes first step. Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly. Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 8 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Several ingredients carry irritation flags
  • Part of the label has not been matched to our ingredient database yet

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 9 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 1 ingredient

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

  • Soothing 1 ingredient

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Hexadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester; Octyl palmitate

Hydration

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Isopropyl palmitate

Hydration

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Tetradecanoic acid, isopropyl ester

Hydration

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate

Hydration

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

2-Ethylhexyl stearate

Hydration

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Crambe abyssinica, Brassicaceae

Hydration

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Moderate

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

Part of this label has not been matched to our ingredient database, so only what is present is listed — no absence is claimed.

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool

  • Essential oils

    Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol

  • Facial oils

    Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Cleanse" step.

  • Use on damp skin and rinse thoroughly.
  • Follow with a toner or essence while skin is still slightly damp.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
8 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 23 ingredients on the label.

6
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

4
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

3
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

3
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

2
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

1
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Hexadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester; Octyl palmitate

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • Dermatology Clinics and Research, August 2019, pages 239-271
  • Clinical Medicine and Research, December 2017, pages 75-87
  • International Journal of Toxicology, Volume 34, Issue 2, Supplement, September 2015, pages 5S-69S
  • Molecules, February 2015, pages 2, 492-2, 509
  • British Journal of Dermatology, October 2010, pages 695-703
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Isopropyl palmitate

Hydration
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-sorbitol-.omega.-hydroxy-, tetraoleate (30 mol EO average molar ratio)

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Texture agent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Tetradecanoic acid, isopropyl ester

Hydration
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed November 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, February 2018, pages 1-40
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

2-Ethylhexyl stearate

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • PubChem, Accessed November 2021, ePublication
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed Novembe 2021, ePublication
8 Polyisobutene Occlusive
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Homopolymer of 2-methyl-1 propene

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 34-35
  • Periodica Polytechnica Chemical Engineering, 2014, pages 43-48
  • International Journal of Toxicology, January 2003, pages 4-5
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, January 2000, pages 79-98
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, August 1985, pages 303-311
10 1,2-hexanediol Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

10th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Bourbon Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens (L.), Geraniaceae

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Benzenepropanoic acid, 3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxy-, 2,2-bis[[3-[3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropoxy] methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Crambe abyssinica, Brassicaceae

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Chamomile Oil-Roman. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil is the volatile oil distilled from the dried flower heads of the Roman Chamomile, Anthemis nobilis L., Asteraceae

15 Caprylyl Glycol Emollient
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Octane-1,2-diol

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11
17 Water Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Biosaccharide Gum-4 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is a deacetylated branched polymer consisting of L-fucose, 2-D-glucose and glucuronic acid repetitive units

19 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
20 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Allergen
21 Citronellol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol

Allergen
22 Geraniol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

Allergen
23 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol

Allergen

Not yet matched to our database

These are printed on the label but have not been linked to an ingredient record yet, so they are excluded from the analysis above.

glycine soja oil helianthus annuus seed oil prunus amygdalus dulcis oil citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil salvia officinalis oil pogostemon cablin oil citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)?

ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, SORBETH-30 TETRAOLEATE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE, POLYISOBUTENE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, CRAMBE ABYSSINICA SEED OIL, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER OIL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, WATER, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-4, TOCOPHEROL, LIMONENE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, LINALOOL.

How do I use SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)?

1. Pump out a moderate amount of the product onto the palm and apply on the dry face to melt makeup. 2. Moisten with a little bit of water and massage lightly until the oil is emulsified into a milky white color. Thoroughly rinse off with lukewarm water.

What skin types is SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry), Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) good for sensitive skin?

Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.

Is SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) fungal acne safe?

8 ingredients could feed malassezia: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) fragrance free?

No — it contains Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool.

Does SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol.

What can I layer with SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)?

Use it morning and evening, first step.

How many ingredients does SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF) have?

It lists 23 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes SUPER OFF CLEANSING OIL (DUST OFF)?

Missha, a brand based in Korea.

Brand
Missha
Country
Korea

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